When I first started my clinical training as a psychologist, some of the first techniques I learned were relaxation exercises. These are concrete, specific behaviors that clients can use to reduce the ...

Breathing exercises offer a powerful, complementary approach for asthma management. By strengthening respiratory muscles, ...

Tai chi and yoga are two ancient practices that have gained immense popularity for their benefits in improving flexibility and relaxation ...

Listening to hypnosis techniques can reduce the severity and number of hot flushes menopausal women experience, research suggests.A new study found that 20 minutes per day of recorded hypnosis – where ...

Relaxation techniques may help lower high blood pressure—at least in the short term—but the longer term effects are unclear, finds a pooled data analysis of the existing research published in the open ...

Often times, a student who is tasked with balancing academics, extracurriculars, home responsibilities and athletics will find they have little time for themself. With a packed schedule where the ...

The Mind Spa is a space designed to help Western Michigan University students develop and practice the relaxation skills that will enhance their academic productivity and their sense of well-being.

High blood pressure affects a third of people 30 to 80-years-old. Now new research gives another easy lifestyle change that can help to prevent long term complications. A few of the most commonly ...

First, let’s learn 2 examples of coping skills. These skills can help with the physical components of anxiety (e.g., racing heart) as well as the cognitive component (e.g., worrying too much about the ...

The Swahili coastal massage style is characterized by gentle strokes that mimic ocean waves. This technique focuses on ...

Patients undergoing surgery for gynecologic cancer may benefit from acupressure, acupuncture and other relaxation techniques regarding pain relief and a reduction in anxiety. Women undergoing surgery ...